Love Your Work Life with Elissa Shuck

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Whether you’re going for that next promotion, looking for a job or making a pivot, Elissa teaches you how to navigate the ups and downs so you can have the career you want.

  1. 10 HR AGO

    Your Job Isn’t Your Identity—Here’s What Is

    In this powerful episode, Elissa is sharing a recording of a live Insider Session, where she talked about the raw truth of being put on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)—and how it nearly broke her. If you've ever wrapped your identity around your work only to have it shaken by layoffs, toxic leadership, or impossible expectations, this episode will help you come back stronger. You'll discover: Why tying your worth to job performance is a trapThe emotional impact of career disruption—and how to recoverHow to spot the early signs of burnout and get help soonerA tool to reconnect with your strengths and rewrite your work story If you're navigating career uncertainty, this episode is your permission to reclaim who you are—beyond the job title. Chapters: Intro & Setting the Stage – 00:00 When I Was Put on a PIP – 01:30 The Breaking Point – 03:50 The Identity Crisis at Work – 07:15 Getting Support That Actually Helps – 08:45 Reclaiming Power and Making Bold Moves – 14:40 Why Knowing Yourself Is Non-Negotiable – 18:45 Navigating Future Disruptions with Clarity – 21:55 Your Worth Is Not Up for Debate – 24:20 Next Steps & How to Work With Elissa – 26:45 Keywords: career disruption, performance improvement plan, self-identity, coaching, mental health, workplace culture, personal dynamics report, self-awareness, job search, professional growth Resources: Don't stay in a job that feels bad. I'll help you see your value, release your doubts and feel confident. It's time to make your move. When you're ready, I can help you :: Personalized 1:1 Coaching Customized coaching and strategizing to land a rewarding new jobLeverage your career history and transferable skills in your career pivotMindset and strategy to manage and escape a toxic workplace Schedule Your Possibility Session™ https://calendly.com/elissa-shuck-career-coach/possibility-session-with-elissa-shuck Get free resources on my YouTube Channel Get access to courses and download career helps on my website and follow me on LinkedIn. Don't forget to subscribe!

    34 min

  2. 4 NOV

    Reset After Job Loss: 4 Powerful Steps to Regain Confidence and Direction

    In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Elissa addresses the emotional impact of job loss and outlines four intentional, actionable strategies to help you reset and rebuild. Whether you’ve recently been laid off, know someone who has, or simply want to strengthen your career mindset, these tools will help you take back control and move forward with clarity and confidence. Key Takeaways: Why job loss triggers emotional and nervous system responses—and what to do about it. Four-step reset process: Write down your accomplishments to rebuild self-belief.Reflect on what you liked and didn’t in your last role to gain clarity.Reevaluate your destination and give yourself permission to dream bigger.Give space to your loss, observe your emotions, and reset with intention. How this process is helpful not just after layoffs, but for any career disruption. Quote to Remember: "You don’t have to let the loss of your job ride roughshod over you. Feel your feelings—but don’t let them take the wheel." ~ Elissa Shuck Want support? Reach out for a virtual coffee chat or DM Elissa on LinkedIn. She’s here to help you move forward with purpose. Resources: Don't stay in a job that feels bad. I'll help you see your value, release your doubts and feel confident. It's time to make your move. When you're ready, I can help you :: Personalized 1:1 Coaching Customized coaching and strategizing to land a rewarding new jobLeverage your career history and transferable skills in your career pivotMindset and strategy to manage and escape a toxic workplace Schedule Your Possibility Session™ https://calendly.com/elissa-shuck-career-coach/possibility-session-with-elissa-shuck Get free resources on my YouTube Channel Get access to courses and download career helps on my website and follow me on LinkedIn. Don't forget to subscribe!

    24 min

  3. 21 OCT

    Stop Forcing. Start Achieving.

    Summary In this episode, Elissa Shuck discusses the importance of overcoming resistance in achieving goals, emphasizing the role of neuroscience and mindset in the process. She shares personal anecdotes and insights on how to align one's heart and mind to create a flow state that facilitates success. The conversation covers the significance of neuroplasticity, the power of celebrating small wins, and the necessity of having a clear intention to achieve desired outcomes. Takeaways There's always going to be resistance when setting goals.Achieving goals happens from the inside out, not just through systems.Our brains are naturally wired to achieve goals if aligned properly.The reticular activating system filters what we notice based on our beliefs.Neuroplasticity allows us to rewire our thoughts and behaviors.Celebrating small wins boosts motivation and reinforces positive habits.Calm focus is essential for rational decision-making and progress.Heart-brain coherence enhances creativity and intuition.Visualizing success can activate the same neural pathways as real experiences.Flowing with life's current is more effective than forcing outcomes. Sound Bites "We get blocked with a lot of stuff.""Celebrate these small wins.""Goal achievement isn't about grit." Chapters 00:00 Overcoming Resistance in Goal Achievement 05:59 The Neuroscience of Goal Setting 11:47 Harnessing the Power of Neuroplasticity 18:03 Aligning Heart and Mind for Success 23:52 Flowing Towards Your Goals Topics covered: goal achievement, neuroscience, neuroplasticity, heart-brain coherence, motivation, resistance, personal development, coaching, success strategies, emotional intelligence Resources: Don't stay in a job that feels bad. I'll help you see your value, release your doubts and feel confident. It's time to make your move. When you're ready, I can help you :: Personalized 1:1 Coaching Customized coaching and strategizing to land a rewarding new jobLeverage your career history and transferable skills in your career pivotMindset and strategy to manage and escape a toxic workplace Schedule Your Possibility Session™ https://calendly.com/elissa-shuck-career-coach/possibility-session-with-elissa-shuck Get free resources on my YouTube Channel Get access to courses and download career helps on my website and follow me on LinkedIn. Don't forget to subscribe!

    26 min

  4. 14 OCT

    Navigating Career Transitions: Insights and Strategies

    Summary In this episode of the Love Your Work Life podcast, Elissa Shuck discusses the various aspects of career transitions, including understanding boredom in jobs, finding clarity in career choices, overcoming self-doubt, and staying motivated during the job search process. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing when it's time to make a change and provides practical strategies for listeners to navigate their career paths effectively. Takeaways Not everything is about being stressed out and burned out.Sometimes you've just outgrown your job.Clients often come to me bored with their work.It's important to figure out what you really want to do next.Running from something does not work; you need a destination.Writing down your accomplishments can help rebuild confidence.If you're thinking about making a change, it's time to start exploring.You can leverage LinkedIn for job searches and career changes.Practice your 'tell me about yourself' response for interviews.Every investment you make in yourself is always worth it. Sound Bites "Sometimes you've just outgrown your job." "Not everything is about being stressed out." "Running from does not work." Chapters 00:00 Understanding Career Boredom and Transitions 04:06 Finding Clarity in Career Choices 11:46 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Building Confidence 17:38 Making the Leap: Starting Your Career Change 23:56 Staying Motivated During the Job Search Keywords career change, self-doubt, motivation, job search, clarity, coaching, confidence, work-life balance, personal growth, leadership Resources: Don't stay in a job that feels bad. I'll help you see your value, release your doubts and feel confident. It's time to make your move. When you're ready, I can help you :: Personalized 1:1 Coaching Customized coaching and strategizing to land a rewarding new jobLeverage your career history and transferable skills in your career pivotMindset and strategy to manage and escape a toxic workplace Schedule Your Possibility Session™ https://calendly.com/elissa-shuck-career-coach/possibility-session-with-elissa-shuck Get free resources on my YouTube Channel Get access to courses and download career helps on my website and follow me on LinkedIn. Don't forget to subscribe!

    31 min

  5. 7 OCT

    Breaking Through Career Resistance

    Keywords career coaching, resistance, self-doubt, clarity, career change, personal growth, inspired action, overthinking, belief, visualization Summary In this episode of the Love Your Work Life podcast, Elissa discusses the importance of understanding resistance in career choices and how it manifests as confusion, self-doubt, and overthinking. She emphasizes the need for clarity on personal strengths and behaviors to overcome these barriers. Elissa shares actionable strategies for believing in oneself, taking inspired action, and visualizing a fulfilling career. The episode concludes with a call to reflect on what a desired future career feels like, encouraging listeners to take steps towards their goals. Takeaways Understanding resistance is crucial for career satisfaction.Clarity on personal strengths leads to better job alignment.Self-doubt can be a significant barrier to career change.Overthinking often prevents decisive action in career paths.Belief in oneself is foundational for making career changes.Inspired action is more effective than willpower alone.Visualizing a desired future can help overcome resistance.Taking small steps can lead to significant career transformations.It's important to recognize and challenge negative self-talk.Creating a supportive environment is key to career growth. Sound bites "Self-doubt is such a lie." "Believe what you want is possible." "What does my future feel like?" Chapters 00:00 Understanding Resistance in Career Choices 02:49 The Role of Clarity and Self-Discovery 05:59 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Confusion 08:52 The Impact of Overthinking on Career Decisions 11:35 Belief and Behavior: Keys to Career Change 14:54 Inspired Action vs. Willpower 17:28 Visualizing Your Future Career 20:45 Final Thoughts and Resources

    30 min

  6. 10 SEPT

    Stop the Self Sabotage Madness: 4 Ways You're Destroying Your Career (+ The AIR Formula Fix)

    Are you your own worst enemy when it comes to career success? In this eye-opening episode, Elissa Shuck reveals the four sneaky ways we sabotage our work lives and job searches—plus a simple 3-step formula to break free from these destructive patterns once and for all. Whether you're stuck in a job you hate, struggling through a lengthy job search, or feeling trapped in your career, this episode will help you identify the invisible barriers you've been creating and give you the tools to overcome them. What You'll Learn The 4 Ways We Self-Sabotage Our Careers: Carrying unprocessed emotions (the invisible baggage weighing you down)Avoiding rejection through delayed action (hiding in the survival cave)Disconnecting from your intuition (the spray-and-pray approach)Perpetuating unhelpful stories (mismanaging your energy) The AIR Formula for Breaking Free: Acknowledge: Recognize and choose better emotionsInspiration: Take action when your heart callsResponsibility: Own what you want and trust your capabilities Key Takeaways ✨ "Where attention goes, energy flows" - Learn to manage your focus for better outcomes 🧠 Stop outsourcing your decisions - Your brain and heart have the answers you need 💪 Build rejection resilience - Expand your capacity for rejection to expand your possibilities 🎯 Flip the script - Change "Why me?" to "Why not me?" Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction: The self-sabotage epidemic 3:12 - Way #1: Unprocessed emotions (invisible baggage) 5:40 - The stagnant energy trap 8:05 - Way #2: Avoiding rejection (survival cave mentality) 10:28 - Way #3: Disconnecting from intuition 12:46 - Way #4: Perpetuating harmful stories 15:05 - The power of "where attention goes, energy flows" 17:28 - The AIR Formula revealed 19:41 - Taking responsibility for your success Who This Episode Is For Job seekers feeling stuck in their searchProfessionals in toxic work environmentsAnyone feeling trapped in their current roleCareer changers afraid to make the leapLeaders looking to break through limiting patterns Resources Mentioned Love Your Work Life website: elissashuck-careercoach.com Free career resources and coaching programs LinkedIn: Follow Elissa Shuck for more career insights Connect With Elissa Website: elissashuck-careercoach.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissashuck/ Podcast: Subscribe to "Love Your Work Life" on your favorite platform Ready to stop sabotaging your success? Listen to this episode and discover how to transform your relationship with work, starting today. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help others discover these life-changing insights! Tags #CareerCoaching #JobSearch #SelfSabotage #WorkLife #Leadership #CareerTransition #ProfessionalDevelopment #Mindset #Success #Motivation

    24 min

  7. 20 AUG

    Feeling Drained at Work? Your Strengths Hold the Key to Career Breakthrough

    Feeling exhausted by 2 PM? Dreading Sunday nights? You might be operating outside your natural strength zone. Career coach Elissa Shuck reveals the three-step breakthrough method that transforms work stress into career clarity. In this transformative episode, Elissa breaks down why you're not feeling good at work anymore and provides a clear roadmap to get back to loving your career. Discover how your natural behavioral strengths are the key to unlocking career satisfaction and sustainable success. What You'll Learn: Why traditional career advice focuses on the wrong kind of "strengths"The hidden story your work stress is telling you about misalignmentHow to identify your natural behavioral workplace strengths (beyond skills and experience)The energy drain connection: why you're physically and mentally exhaustedThree powerful self-coaching questions to create breakthrough clarityHow "neutral" becomes your superpower for seeing new possibilitiesThe difference between forcing success and natural alignment Key Takeaways: ✓ Your behavioral strengths are clues to career fulfillment, not limitations ✓ Chronic energy drain often signals you're operating outside your strength zones ✓ Knowing what you DON'T want creates clarity about what you DO want ✓ You don't need to fix yourself to find career satisfaction ✓ Neutral emotional state is where you regain power and see options Perfect For: Early, mid, or late-career professionals feeling stuckAnyone experiencing Sunday scaries or work dreadLeaders wanting to understand team energy and engagementCareer changers seeking authentic directionProfessionals feeling successful but unfulfilled Resources Mentioned: "The Map of Consciousness Explained" by David R. Hawkins Bruce Lee quote on knowledge vs. action Connect with Elissa: Website: ElissaShuck-CareerCoach.com LinkedIn: [Follow for career insights] Free resources and coaching program information available Resources: Don't stay in a job that feels bad. I'll help you see your value, release your doubts and feel confident. It's time to make your move. When you're ready, I can help you :: Personalized 1:1 Coaching Customized coaching and strategizing to land a rewarding new jobLeverage your career history and transferable skills in your career pivotMindset and strategy to manage and escape a toxic workplace Schedule Your Possibility Session™ https://calendly.com/elissa-shuck-career-coach/possibility-session-with-elissa-shuck Get free resources on my YouTube Channel Get access to courses and download career helps on my website and follow me on LinkedIn. Don't forget to subscribe!

    20 min

  8. 16 JUL

    The Law of Circulation - Transform Your Career Through Universal Flow

    Discover how the ancient Law of Circulation can revolutionize your career success. Host Elissa Shuck reveals the universal principle that governs giving and receiving, and how mastering this flow can unlock promotions, recognition, and professional growth. Learn why being a "giver" isn't enough—you must also become a skilled receiver. Key Topics Covered The Law of Circulation Fundamentals:Understanding the dynamic exchange between giving and receivingWhy balance is crucial for career advancementHow this universal principle spans cultures and time periods The Science Behind Circulation: Quantum field theory and energy exchangeQuantum entanglement and ripple effects in professional lifeRecent research on quantum vortex dynamics Practical Career Applications: Give Freely: Contribute your time, talent, and energy without attachment to outcomesReceive Graciously: Accept compliments and opportunities instead of deflecting themPractice Gratitude: Maintain an abundance mindset to keep the cycle activeRelease and Trust: Let go of fear and scarcity thinking that blocks natural flow Powerful Quotes from This Episode "Some of us can be real givers... But we also have to be receivers. We have to be open to receiving." "Every time you go the extra mile, every time you receive a compliment, every time you accept an opportunity to show up, you are participating in not only the law of circulation, but a ripple effect that has implications." "If you're motivated by what you can get out of it, you are limiting and preventing the law of circulation in your life. You must give freely." Historical & Cultural Context This episode explores how the Law of Circulation appears across multiple traditions: Judeo-Christian teachingsAncient Egyptian and Greek wisdomTaoist philosophy and chi flowBuddhist practices on compassion and abundanceIndigenous teachings on interconnectedness Action Items for Listeners Assess Your Receiving Skills: Notice how you respond to compliments and opportunitiesPractice Abundant Giving: Contribute your talents without expecting immediate returnsCultivate Gratitude: Regularly acknowledge what you're receiving in your careerRelease Control: Trust the natural flow instead of forcing outcomesIdentify Stagnation: Recognize when you're blocking circulation in your professional life Connect with Elissa Website: elissasshuck-careercoach.com LinkedIn: Connect for coaching insights and career tips LinkedIn Newsletter: Middle Ground Newsletter for leadership content

    18 min
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